What is a Service Dog? The Dog Guys Explain
Service dogs for Autistic children are specifically trained for them
How does one decide if an animal is a service animal who is performing a needed duty for a child or a pet that makes them happy?
According to the Illinois Attorney General:
“The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a service animal as any guide, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to a person with a disability. An animal fitting this description is considered a service animal under the ADA regardless of whether the animal is licensed or certified by state or local government.”
Aug 27 Assistance dogs come to the rescue Service Dogs In the Media 37 CommentsAre you aware of the support systems available for individuals with disabilities? One of the most unique support services is the use of Assistance Dogs. These dogs are trained to assist physically and medically challenged individuals attain more independence and to provide additional social, educational, and occupational opportunities in daily living. Read the rest of this entry »
Aug 20 Parents of autistic child sue school district for banning service dog! Service Dogs In the Media 771 Comments
Parents of Autistic Child Sue over Service Dog
Legal news for Illinois general litigation attorney’s. School districts ban an autistic boy’s service dog in the classroom.
Illinois general litigation attorney alert-A lawsuit filed against a school states, an autistic child isn’t allowed to bring service animal to class. Read the rest of this entry »
Aug 13 Dog Saves Life of Down Syndrome Boy Finnie's Notes 47 CommentsDo you believe in canine guardian angels and the kindness of strangers? You just might after reading this story.
Early one morning, Yolanda Segovia’s neighbor, Stacey Savige, knocked on her door and asked her to temporarily take in a stray dog she had found. The scruffy terrier mix had no collar or microchip. Segovia eyed the pooch — burrs sticking to his belly and mud caking his fur — and reluctantly agreed to foster him for the day. Read the rest of this entry »
Aug 13 NM woman works to get military dogs adopted Service Dogs In the Media 100 CommentsALAMOGORDO, N.M. — Benny, a retired military working dog, is a happy-go-lucky German shepherd who will do anything his master commands. If it weren’t for Debbie Kandoll, he might not have ever had a chance to display his obedience. Read the rest of this entry »
Aug 2 Pets Onboard: Growls and Purrs Hand-Picked Pets in the Press 73 CommentsMEOW! Do people feel strongly about pets on planes.
In response to the July 19 Practical Traveler column, “Friendly Skies? Not For Pet Owners,” more than 100 readers weighed in on the subject. Many of the comments expressed outrage at the high fees airlines charge to transport pets, especially on international flights. A number of readers also described nightmarish travel experiences involving pets that arrived severely dehydrated or even near death after flying as checked luggage. Read the rest of this entry »